New Research Makes the Case for Pre-K

Newly released research from the Child and Family Research Partnership (CFRP) at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at UT Austin demonstrates the urgent need to expand early childhood education in Texas. Governor Abbott and members of the Texas legislature have rightly made early childhood education a major priority, and the data reminds us of the economic and educational benefits of Pre-K.

As the Senate debates Pre-K legislation today, we urge leaders to create the best Pre-K system in the United States and lead the way in early childhood education. This should include a full day of Pre-K and requiring a staff-to-student ratio of 1:10 to improve quality. An office of early learning would help implement these goals. Texas can be the best state for children, and Pre-K will get us there by making a cost-effective investment in our future.

At the Center for Public Policy Priorities, we believe in a Texas that offers everyone the chance to compete and succeed in life. We envision a Texas where everyone is healthy, well-educated, and financially secure. We want the best Texas - a proud state that sets the bar nationally by expanding opportunity for all.
CPPP is an independent public policy organization that uses data and analysis to advocate for solutions that enable Texans of all backgrounds
to reach their full potential. We dare Texas to be the best state for
hard-working people and their families.